The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) said the acquittal of former senator Leila M. de Lima on her second illegal drugs case “demonstrates the commitment of the judiciary to the rule of law and justice."
In a statement, the CHR expressed hopes for the swift decision by the Muntinlupa City regional trial court (RTC) on De Lima’s third case, particularly on her plea to post bail.
With two drug-related cases down and one more to go, former senator Leila de Lima might just win her release from detention in less than a month if the Muntinlupa City court hearing her last pending case grants her bail.
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin C. Remulla welcomed detained former senator Leila M. de Lima’s acquittal of an illegal drugs charge in a decision handed down on Friday, May 12, by the Muntinlupa City regional trial court (RTC).
As part of its effort towards eliminating recidivism in the country, an Abuja based non-governmental organisation, Legend Golden Care Foundation (LGCF) has